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What does the phrase "You can't keep doing this" imply?
What does the phrase "You can't keep doing this" imply?
It implies that the person is unable to avoid or stop doing something. It suggests that the action is a persistent issue.
What is the short form of "cannot"?
What is the short form of "cannot"?
Which of the following is a similar phrase to "You can't keep doing this"?
Which of the following is a similar phrase to "You can't keep doing this"?
The phrase "You can't keep ______ this" implies that the action is unavoidable.
The phrase "You can't keep ______ this" implies that the action is unavoidable.
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Expressing Inability to Continue Actions
- The phrase "You can't keep..." implies a repeated action that is impossible to sustain.
- It suggests the question "How long will you keep doing ...?"
- The phrase implies an inability to avoid a particular action.
Examples of Actions That Can't Be Maintained
- Avoiding someone (e.g., "You can't keep avoiding him.")
- Skipping class (e.g., "You can't keep skipping class.")
- Making excuses (e.g., "You can't keep making up excuses.")
- Lying to oneself (e.g., "You can't keep lying to yourself.")
- Ignoring someone's texts (e.g., "You can't keep ignoring his texts.")
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Description
This quiz explores phrases that convey the impossibility of maintaining certain actions. You'll examine examples like avoiding someone or skipping class, prompting reflection on what can no longer be sustained. Test your understanding of these expressions and their implications.
